adj
awash
uh-WOSH
Awash (adj) means Covered or flooded with water, so that waves wash over the surface. Example: “At high tide, the rocks were awash.”
adj
1
Covered or flooded with water, so that waves wash over the surface.
"At high tide, the rocks were awash."
2
figurative: Overwhelmed or filled with something.
"The market was awash with cheap imports."
"The city was awash with rumours after the announcement."
How to use awash
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLiterally flooded, or figuratively overflowing with something.
Common pairings
awash with cash
awash with rumours
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more awash
- Superlative
- most awash
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Etymology
From a- + wash.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “awash” mean?
The word “awash” means covered or flooded with water, so that waves wash over the surface. In plain terms, literally flooded, or figuratively overflowing with something.
How do you pronounce “awash”?
“Awash” is pronounced uh-WOSH (/əˈwɒʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “awash” in a sentence?
Here is “awash” used in a sentence: “At high tide, the rocks were awash.”
What is another word for “awash”?
Words with a similar meaning to “awash” include aslosh.
What part of speech is “awash”?
“Awash” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “awash” have?
“Awash” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered or flooded with water, so that waves wash over the surface.
